Materials Scheduler

Arden Personnel; Redditch; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Materials Scheduler to streamline production operations and optimize supply chain processes. The role demands strong communication and analytical skills, with responsibilities including managing material schedules and procurement. Join a supportive environment that values teamwork and offers growth opportunities!

Benefits

Life assurance from day one

4% employer pension contributions

Retailer discounts

Access to a wellbeing platform

Qualifications

• Confident communicator able to liaise across all levels.
• Proactive mindset with problem-solving approach.
• IT proficiency – advanced Excel skills are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage material schedules to meet production needs.
• Raise purchase orders and track timely delivery.
• Monitor inbound deliveries to avoid production shortages.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Planning

Analytical Skills

Adaptability

Tools

Excel

Job description

Materials Scheduler - Redditch - £28-35,000 per annum - Monday to Friday 7am - 3.30pm (Office based)

About the Role

Are you a highly organised supply chain professional with a knack for scheduling and an eye for detail? We’re looking for a Materials Scheduler to join a thriving manufacturing business and play a key role in ensuring smooth production operations. You’ll be a central part of the supply chain team, responsible for the timely procurement and scheduling of raw materials, ingredients, and packaging — keeping everything running like clockwork!

This is a fast-paced, people-focused environment where collaboration with suppliers, internal departments, and commercial teams is key. If you enjoy juggling priorities, building strong relationships, and keeping things moving efficiently — this is your time to shine.

Key Responsibilities for this Materials Scheduler Role

• Develop and manage material schedules to meet production needs, minimising waste and inventory issues.
• Raise purchase orders and track timely delivery from external suppliers.
• Analyse customer forecasts and adjust volume requirements accordingly.
• Proactively resolve supply chain disruptions and maintain strong supplier communication.
• Monitor inbound deliveries and take swift action to avoid production shortages.
• Manage inventory to agreed levels, keeping waste to a minimum.
• Liaise with internal teams (commercial, technical, operations, warehouse) to ensure full alignment.
• Maintain detailed records of materials, usage, supplier performance, and waste.
• Uphold food safety, product quality, brand integrity, and health and safety standards.

What We're Looking For In this Materials Scheduler Role

• A confident communicator – both written and verbal – who can liaise across all levels.
• Strong relationship-building skills, internally and externally.
• Adaptability and flexibility in a constantly changing business environment.
• IT proficiency – advanced Excel skills are highly desirable.
• A proactive, customer-focused mindset with a problem-solving approach.
• Excellent planning, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, handle pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Willingness to work weekends or adapt to shift patterns as required.

Why Apply for this Materials Scheduler Role

• Be part of a supportive team that values teamwork, quality, honesty, and passion.
• Join a company where behaviours and mindset are just as important as skills.
• Opportunity to grow — this role suits someone who can develop towards more senior competency levels.
• Play a key role in keeping production and customer service on track — your work truly matters!
• Life assurance from day one
• 4% employer pension contributions
• Retailer discounts
• Access to a wellbeing platform, including 24/7 GP hotline

Ready to bring your scheduling skills to a company that values what you do?

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